Shukulpura - Harraiya, Basti
Shukulpura is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Shukulpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shukulpura is 180375. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.7 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shukulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shukulpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shukulpura village had a total population of 551 people, including 278 males and 273 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.18%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 204 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 74 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Shukulpura
Shukulpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shukulpura
Shukulpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Shukulpura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Shukulpura is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shukulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shukulpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shukulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shukulpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shukulpura
Where is Shukulpura located?
Shukulpura village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shukulpura?
Shukulpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shukulpura?
The pincode of Shukulpura is 272131.
What is the population of Shukulpura?
Shukulpura had a total population of 551, including 278 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Shukulpura?
Shukulpura had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shukulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shukulpura was 73.18%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 62.18%.